Which of the following statements best explains how the conflict perspective addresses social change?
a. Social change is impossible. Marx argued that change would never happen in
capitalistic societies.
b. According to Marx, social change is built into society because people with fewer
privileges will attempt to change their status.
c. Social change is unlikely because the subordinate group lacks the willpower to
change their status.
d. Marx claimed that social change was possible, but it was only through the avenue
of capitalism.
Answer: B
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